The Remainder: Act 1
- June 9, 2021
- Square Weasel Studio
Get on SteamThe Remainder is a dark fantasy mystery where you will try to save The High Magus Vyn from certain death. Will you find your way alone or will you reignite a lost love? Is it worth the sacrifice? Do you deserve to be saved?
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The artwork and music are stunning, creating a beautiful and immersive atmosphere that enhances the storytelling.
- The writing is engaging and well-crafted, with a mysterious plot that keeps players intrigued and wanting more.
- It's a free game that offers a unique blend of gothic fiction and mysticism, showcasing a lot of potential for future acts.
- The demo can feel tedious and poorly written at times, with an overuse of unnecessary adjectives and a lack of coherence in writing styles.
- Some characters are portrayed in a way that may be off-putting to players, leading to a frustrating experience with their interactions.
- The game is text-heavy, which may not appeal to everyone, and some players found the pacing slow and the story difficult to follow.
- story27 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its engaging and well-written narrative, blending gothic fiction and mysticism with beautiful artwork and a captivating soundtrack. While some reviewers note that the pacing can be slow at times, the intriguing lore, character depth, and interactive choices keep players invested in the unfolding plot. Overall, it offers a dark and mysterious experience that leaves players eager for future chapters.
“Great game with amazing music and storytelling.”
“A visual novel that blends gothic fiction and mysticism through a sensual story filled with absolutely beautiful artwork.”
“With a gripping story and an addictive ambient - a combo of stellar art and the moodiest of soundtracks (and there's a lot of those), this game pulls you in and doesn't let go.”
“The story moves an iota too slow at times, but I did appreciate the choices given to change the direction conversations/the subplot went.”
“The story is dark and mysterious, so you will be trying hard to figure out what's actually going on... until the new act comes out.”
“The story is a bit over-dramatic at times, however.”
- music11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive and atmospheric qualities, enhancing the storytelling and overall experience. Reviewers highlight the haunting and ambient soundtrack, which complements the art style and mood, although some note that transitions and loops could be smoother. Overall, the combination of beautiful music and stunning visuals creates a captivating and engaging atmosphere.
“The music is also extremely well done, haunting and ambient.”
“The artwork, music, and atmosphere in general is phenomenal!”
“With a gripping story and an addictive ambient - a combo of stellar art and the moodiest of soundtracks, this game pulls you in and doesn't let go.”
“The music and sound design was atmospheric and mystical, yet sinister and lightly oppressive, although transitions and loops were rigid.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their beautiful artwork and atmospheric design, effectively blending gothic fiction and mysticism. While some users noted that the visuals in the demo do not fully match the quality seen on the store page, the overall art style, including character sprites and ambient visuals, is considered phenomenal and enhances the storytelling experience. However, there are minor criticisms regarding the quality of certain character views, which appear less polished compared to the rest of the artwork.
“Good story (gives me a bit Lovecraftian vibes), beautiful artwork, nice ambient <3”
“A visual novel that blends gothic fiction and mysticism through a sensual story filled with absolutely beautiful artwork.”
“The artwork, music, and atmosphere in general is phenomenal!”
“Ilar's sprites all look smooth and skillfully drawn and shaded... save for the 3/4 view; it's jarring when next to their other artwork and looks of noticeably lesser quality (particularly referring to their head).”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its phenomenal artwork and atmospheric music, which combines mystical and sinister elements to create a brooding, storybook-like world. The visuals and sound design effectively evoke a sense of darkness and danger, contributing to an overall somber and immersive experience.
“The artwork, music, and atmosphere in general is phenomenal!”
“The music and sound design was atmospheric and mystical, yet sinister and lightly oppressive, although transitions and loops were rigid.”
“It has the darkness, occult, and danger of something bordering on light horror but with a somber, brooding atmosphere.”
“The visuals looking akin to a storybook feed well into the atmosphere and world being built.”
“It has the darkness, occult, and danger of something bordering on light horror, but with a somber, brooding atmosphere.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game's character development for its charming hand-drawn art style, which enhances both character design and environmental aesthetics, contributing to a visually engaging experience.
“The hand-drawn art style adds a unique charm to the character design and environments.”
“The character development is rich and engaging, making each character feel unique and memorable.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and relationships deepening as the story progresses.”
